Description
🧒 What Paediatrics Covers
Child health encompasses physical, emotional, developmental, and social well-being. Paediatricians handle:
Preventive care (like vaccinations)
Developmental monitoring
Diagnosis and treatment of illnesses
Nutrition and growth guidance
Management of chronic conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes)
👶 Key Areas of Paediatric Health
Newborn Care
Feeding (breast or formula)
Sleep safety (e.g. preventing SIDS)
Screening for congenital conditions
Monitoring weight gain and jaundice
Growth & Development
Tracking milestones: motor skills, speech, social interaction
Early detection of delays or disorders (e.g. autism, ADHD)
Immunization
Vaccines protect against serious diseases like measles, polio, diphtheria, etc.
Following national immunization schedules is crucial
Nutrition
Encouraging a balanced diet for age and activity level
Managing picky eating or food allergies
Monitoring for obesity or malnutrition
Common Childhood Illnesses
Fever, colds, ear infections, strep throat, gastroenteritis
Skin conditions like eczema or rashes
Respiratory issues like asthma or bronchiolitis
Mental Health
Addressing anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues
Supporting emotional resilience and family dynamics
Adolescent Health
Puberty changes
Sexual health education
Substance use prevention
Mental health support
📋 Regular Health Checkups (Well-Child Visits)
At each visit, a paediatrician typically checks:
Growth (height, weight, BMI)
Developmental progress
Vision and hearing
Behavior and learning
Parental concerns
